244 96th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11209

244 96th Street is a four-story, 20-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1932, currently owned by 795 Linden Properties LLC. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past three years, with particularly notable problems including multiple heat and hot water outages (affecting both the entire building and individual apartments) in 2022-2024, pest infestations (including a recent August 2024 report), mold and water leak issues, and various plumbing problems.

A significant concerning pattern is evident in the building's history of access issues during inspections, as documented in multiple 311 service requests where inspectors were unable to gain entry to investigate reported problems, including unsanitary conditions, plumbing issues, and safety concerns. Recent violations and maintenance issues recorded include problems with self-closing doors (in apartments 2E and 4E, as well as bulkhead doors), mold around bathroom fixtures, and a disconnected radiator in the public hall. The building has experienced multiple bedbug infestations, with the most recent report from 2023-2024 showing three affected units, though they were subsequently eradicated.

A Department of Buildings environmental violation was issued in July 2022 regarding air conditioning units on the 2nd and 3rd floors lacking proper window brackets, which was resolved with a $1,250 penalty. The property has active and resolved violations related to building systems and safety features, including fire escape concerns, door issues, and various maintenance requirements. A plumbing permit for work was issued in March 2024, indicating ongoing maintenance activities.